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The FDA halted sales of compounded tirzepatide, which are DIY versions of branded weight loss medications Mounjaro and Zepbound. This decision followed the resolution of drug shortages and safety concerns, leaving millions of Americans seeking new options to manage type 2 diabetes and weight loss. Here’s why the FDA stopped compounded tirzepatide sales and what alternatives you may have.

Tirzepatide medications like Mounjaro and Zepbound changed how people manage diabetes and weight loss. While these injectables show impressive results, many people prefer pills over needles for various reasons. We explore if oral tirzepatide is available, whether it works, and what alternatives exist.

If you feel like your hunger levels are out of control, you may be wondering why – and what you can do about it. Let’s explore what drives hunger, what can control it, and how you can change your eating habits to level out your hunger.

Appetite can be a tricky thing. Sometimes you might find yourself eating when you’re not hungry — or feeling hungry when you feel like you just ate. So, what drives appetite and hunger? What’s the difference between the two? And is there any way to control your appetite? Let’s explore what dictates appetite and hunger, as well as what you can do to control it. 

If you recently started Ozempic or another GLP-1, you might be at a loss as to what to eat. With your changing appetite and eating habits, what is the best way to support your body while meeting your goals? Check out this complete meal plan and dietitian-approved tips for what to eat for the best results on Ozempic.

Tirzepatide is available as Zepbound for weight loss and sleep apnea, and Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes. The medications use a unique dual-hormone mechanism to lower blood sugar levels and promote weight loss. There are dosage guidelines for how to start taking tirzepatide and working your way up over time to optimize benefits and reduce the risk of side effects.

Phentermine and Ozempic (semaglutide) are two popular weight loss drugs. How do you know which is right for you? Each medication works very differently and has different use cases. Let’s explore how each drug works, what the data says about short- vs. long-term use, and how to determine which might be right for you.

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) starts working in your body soon after you inject it, but when will you actually see changes? What is a realistic timeline for when Mounjaro reduces blood sugar levels and leads to weight loss? This article reveals what clinical studies show about how long it takes for Mounjaro to work and how you can maximize your results.

What happens when you stop taking Ozempic? Will you go through withdrawal? While the drug is not addictive, your body will go through some changes as the medication leaves your system. Let’s explore what it’s like to go off semaglutide, what to expect, and how to prepare.